Keynote sessions by
eminent industry and academic professionals
ICPHD 2026
FOURTH EDITION OF
International Conference on
Petroleum, Hydrogen & Decarbonization (ICPHD 2026)
Driving Innovation, Enabling Transition and Shaping the Energy Future
December 11–13, 2026 (Friday–Sunday) || PDEU, Gandhinagar
ORGANISED BY
Department of Petroleum Engineering with Department of Chemical Engineering and Department of Chemistry,
Pandit Deendayal Energy University
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
MEDIA PARTNER
Abstract Submission Has BegunSponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities Open
About ICPHD 2026
ICPHD 2026, the fourth edition of the International Conference on Petroleum, Hydrogen, and Decarbonization, brings together researchers, academicians, students, and industry professionals to share ideas and advances across the energy sector. Through technical presentations and discussion, the conference encourages collaboration and explores practical pathways towards a more sustainable energy future.
About the Departments
The conference is organized by the Department of Petroleum Engineering, Pandit Deendayal Energy University, in collaboration with the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Chemical Engineering. This collaboration brings together complementary expertise across petroleum, chemical sciences, process engineering, hydrogen, and emerging energy technologies to support research, innovation, and sustainable solutions for the evolving energy landscape.
About the Institute
Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, focuses on education, research, and innovation across energy and allied disciplines. Its interdisciplinary academic environment and industry partnerships make it a fitting platform for ICPHD 2026 to connect academia and industry and advance cleaner, more resilient energy solutions.
FOURTH EDITION
Conference Highlights
Panel Discussions by
Industrial and Academic Professionals
Technical Paper and Poster
Presentations
Networking and
Branding
Exhibition
opportunities
Best Paper and Poster
Presentation Awards
Important Dates
10 October 2026Abstract Submission Starts
16 November 2026Abstract Submission Closes
18 November 2026Notification of Acceptance
25 November 2026Final Date for Registration
11 December 2026Conference Inauguration
13 December 2026Conference Valedictory
Conference Themes
Improved or Enhanced Oil Recovery (IOR/EOR)
- Thermal, chemical and gas-injection EOR
- Emerging EOR technologies and field applications
- Reservoir performance and recovery optimisation
Unconventional Energy Resources
- CBM, shale and gas hydrates
- Geothermal and natural hydrogen resources
- Fracturing and emerging extraction technologies
Digitalization and Optimization of Oil & Gas Field Operations
- AI, machine learning and data analytics
- Automation, remote operations and smart fields
- Digital twins and production optimisation
Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Social Responsibility
- Operational HSE and emergency response
- Environmental stewardship and sustainability
- Digital HSE, monitoring and risk management
Project Management, Economics, & Contracting
- Project economics and field development planning
- EPC project management and contracting
- Governance, policy and regulatory frameworks
Energy Integration and Transition
- Renewable integration in oil and gas
- Energy transition pathways and policy
- Investment, economics and workforce development
Decarbonisation and Global Sustainability
- Low-carbon operations and climate technologies
- Methane management and emissions reduction
- Sustainable energy systems and resource management
Hydrogen: Production, Storage, Transportation and Utilization
- Hydrogen production and purification
- Storage, transportation and infrastructure
- Utilization, economics, policy and safety
Petroleum Geoscience
- Geochemistry, geology and sedimentology
- Structural geology and basin analysis
- Core characterisation and reservoir studies
Geophysics and Geotechnical Engineering
- Seismic, gravity and magnetic methods
- Borehole geophysics and logging
- Rock mechanics, GIS and near-surface geophysics
Efficient Drilling and Completion Technologies
- Drilling fluids, cementing and well construction
- HPHT, deep-water and advanced drilling
- Completion technologies and well integrity
Reservoir Engineering and Technologies
- Reservoir characterisation and simulation
- Field development and surveillance
- Flow through porous media and rock-fluid interaction
Petroleum Production Operations
- Artificial lift and integrated operations
- Production chemistry, subsea and processing systems
- Produced-water management, workover and stimulation
Carbon Capture, Utilization and Removal
- CO₂ capture, separation and compression
- Utilization pathways and value-added products
- Storage, monitoring and carbon-removal technologies
Refining and Petrochemicals
- Advances in refining processes, catalysts and process intensification
- Petrochemical production, polymers and value-chain integration
- Refinery digitalization, energy efficiency and cleaner fuels
Alternative Fuels for a Sustainable Future
- Biofuels, sustainable aviation fuels and waste-to-fuel pathways
- Synthetic fuels, e-fuels and low-carbon fuel technologies
- Fuel blending, lifecycle assessment and commercialization challenges
Registration & Abstract Submission
Registration
- Delegates are advised to pay first and then complete the registration process.
- Payment via NEFT/SWIFT/Wire Transfer or UPI (Indian participants only).
- Registration form must be completed after payment for confirmation.
- Certificates issued only to registered participants.
Delegate TypeBefore
25th November 2026After
25th November 2026International
delegate
25th November 2026After
25th November 2026International
delegate
Attendee/Companion₹3,540₹4,130$50
Industrial₹17,700₹18,290$200
Faculty/Academician₹9,440₹10,030$150
Post-Doc₹7,080₹7,670$125
PhD & Research Scholars₹5,900₹6,490$100
UG/PG Students₹3,540₹4,130$50
Abstract Submission (Started 10th October 2026)
- Title: Times New Roman, 14pt, Bold
- Author: Times New Roman, 12pt, Bold
- Affiliations: Times New Roman, 11pt, Bold Italic
- Abstract: Times New Roman, 12pt, 300–400 words
- Keywords: Times New Roman, 11pt, Italic, 3–5 keywords
- Format: MS Word-compatible file, A4 Portrait, 1.5 spacing
- Selected abstracts may be offered publication in a reputed journal/proceedings.
Organizing Committee
CHIEF PATRON
Prof. S. Sundar Manoharan
Director General, PDEU
PATRONS
Prof. Rajesh Patel
Director, SoET, PDEU
Prof. Anirbid Sircar
Director, SoT, PDEU
CONFERENCE CHAIRS
Prof. Bhawanisingh Desai
Dean R & D, PDEU
Dr. Hari S
HoD PE, SoET, PDEU
Prof. Anirban Das
HoD Chemistry, SoET, PDEU
Dr. Pravin Kodgire
HoD CE, SoET, PDEU
CONVENERS
Dr. Shanker Krishna
Associate Dean SoET, PDEU
Dr. Achinta Bera
SoET, PDEU
Dr. Paul Naveen
SoET, PDEU
CO-CONVENERS
Dr. R Balasubramanian
SoET, PDEU
Dr. Vivek Ramalingam
SoET, PDEU
Prof. Uttam Kumar Bhui
SoET, PDEU
ORGANIZING SECRETARIES
Dr. Anirudh Bardhan
SoET, PDEU
Dr. Atul Kumar Patidar
SoET, PDEU
Dr. Amit Verma
SoET, PDEU
TREASURERS
Dr. Namrata Bist
SoET, PDEU
Dr. Abhinav Kumar
SoET, PDEU
Dr. Maunish Shah
SoET, PDEU
MEMBERS
Dr. Ramanand Singh
SoET, PDEU
Dr. Lakshmanarao Jeeru
SoET, PDEU
Dr. N. Madhavan
SoET, PDEU
Venue
Pandit Deendayal Energy University Campus
Knowledge Corridor, Raysan Village, PDPU Rd, Gandhinagar, Raysan, Gujarat 382426
ICPHD 2026 will be held at Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. Located in Raisan, on the outskirts of Gandhinagar, the university is well connected to Ahmedabad and other major cities by road, rail, and air.
DECEMBER 11–13, 2026
See you at ICPHD 2026
Driving innovation, enabling transition and shaping the energy future.
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